MNL
Manila
Philippines
9,929 km
6,170 miles
VXC
Lichinga
Mozambique
Distance
9,929 km
6,170 mi / 5,361 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Manila
Heading
256°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

MNL VXC
Airport Name Ninoy Aquino International Airport Lichinga Airport
IATA Code MNL VXC
ICAO Code RPLL FQLC
City Manila Lichinga
Country Philippines Mozambique
Timezone Asia/Manila Africa/Maputo
Elevation 75 ft 4,505 ft
Coordinates 14.510000, 121.020000 -13.270000, 35.270000

Manila (MNL) to Lichinga (VXC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 9,929 kilometers (6,170 miles / 5,361 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Philippines with Mozambique. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:43 in Manila, it's 13:43 in Lichinga. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,430 feet between the two airports. Lichinga Airport sits higher than Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

The return flight from Lichinga (VXC) to Manila (MNL) follows a heading of 75° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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